Good morning, Decatur.

A Decatur block party turned violent Saturday morning when an argument escalated into gunfire that wounded a 20-year-old woman and a man, prompting police to respond around 3 a.m.—and later disperse a growing crowd of up to 400 people.

On August 12, 2025, Shannon Jedlicka and Brandon Rick from ADM, along with students Gage Brilley and Emmett Rhodes, joined Byers and Co to discuss the ADM Trucking Co-Op Program and its growing role in providing student workforce training.

The podcast showcased the program’s expanding opportunities — highlighting its impact on practical job experience.

Congresswoman Budzinski sent a letter today to VA Secretary Doug Collins to challenge the decision to end most collective bargaining agreements for VA employees—she requested data on employee departures from January 1 to August 8 across the district.

Memorial Cancer Care in Decatur and SIU Dermatology will offer a free skin cancer screening event on Monday, Aug.

25 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Memorial CancerCare (210 W. McKinley Ave.) for residents from Macon, Sangamon, Shelby, Piatt, Christian, Moultrie, DeWitt and Logan counties who must preregister and sign a consent form.

Re-Scheduled Rodeo

6-10 p.m. — Macon County Fairgrounds — Free entry and parking — Enjoy thrilling rodeo events including bull riding and barrel racing.

Farm Progress Show

8 AM - 2 PM — Progress City USA — Free entry — Experience the largest outdoor farm event with vehicle demos and expert advice.

Decatur Blaze Alumni Game

5-11:30 p.m. — Decatur Civic Center — Charity event — Celebrate the first alumni game while honoring Cooper Stewart's legacy with food, drinks, and personalized jerseys.

Styx Concert

6-8:30 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Tickets start at $67 — Catch Styx live in a scenic setting for an unforgettable musical experience.

Lauren Alaina Live

7-9 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — $41.00 — Experience the country sensation who's taken the stage since her American Idol days.